A Greenland court has ordered the continued detention of environmental activist Paul Watson while awaiting Denmark’s decision on Japan’s extradition request linked to his anti-whaling efforts. The ruling ensures Watson’s presence for extradition proceedings, with a final decision from the Danish Ministry of Justice anticipated soon. Watson’s defense argues the extradition request is politically motivated. Arrested in July, Watson, who turned 74 on the day of the ruling, co-founded the Sea Shepherd organization, aiming to combat whaling practices.